Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 24, 2025

Megan Kuhar, LLC DBA Happy Thought Knits (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (happythoughtknits.com) or purchase products from us online or at in-person events.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following information:

a. Information You Provide Directly

  • Name, email address, shipping and billing addresses

  • Other information you provide when making a purchase, subscribing to newsletters, or contacting us

b. Information Collected Automatically

  • Cookies and analytics data (e.g., Squarespace analytics, Google Analytics) for website functionality and performance monitoring

c. Payment Information

  • We do not collect payment information directly; all payments are securely processed by third-party providers such as Stripe and PayPal.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To fulfill and manage orders

  • To communicate with you, including newsletters and promotional materials (if you have opted in)

  • To improve our website and services through analytics and performance monitoring

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only with:

  • Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal) to process transactions

  • Shipping providers to deliver orders

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for website functionality. Cookies help us maintain site performance, manage user sessions, and enhance your browsing experience. You may manage or disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5. Your Rights

For All Users:

  • Opt-out of marketing emails or newsletters at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in emails or contacting us directly

  • Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information

For California Residents (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose

  • Right to request deletion of your personal information

  • Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)

For European Union Residents (GDPR):

  • Right to access, correct, or delete personal data

  • Right to data portability

  • Right to withdraw consent for data processing at any time

  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at megan@happythoughtknits.com.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise your rights under CCPA or GDPR, please contact:

Megan Kuhar, LLC DBA Happy Thought Knits
Email: megan@happythoughtknits.com